Chief Engineer

Company: Harmony Hospitality
Location: Chesapeake
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Description The Hampton Inn Norfolk/Chesapeake is searching for an outgoing and energetic person with strong attention to detail to be its next Chief Engineer! Our hotel boasts 118 well maintained guestrooms and a fantastic positive work environment. The Chief Engineer must ensure all aspects of the hotel are strongly maintained in accordance with Hilton brand standards at all times. The Chief Engineer is responsible for: Coordinating and executing a guestroom preventative maintenance program. Handling all maintenance related guest complaints, issues, and requests. All major equipment repairs and maintenance to include but not limited to: laundry and kitchen equipment, pumps, motors, air handlers, cooling towers, HVACs, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, operating equipment (vacuums),etc. All repairs needed in guestrooms. (e.g. broken cabinetry, sofa frames, major appliance, mirrored sliders, etc). Performs building exterior repairs and shop projects as assigned by the General Manager. Hiring, training, and scheduling all engineering department employees. Following hotel purchasing SOPs to order supplies and materials in accordance with monthly departmental budget. Provide on-call response to building issues on a 24/7 basis. Performing preventative maintenance on all major equipment including but not limited to: Laundry Equipment, Cooling Tower, PTAC units, pumps, and motors. Conducting daily pre-shift meeting with engineering staff to assign work duties and projects. Keep files and logs on inspection reports, PTAC maintenance, guestroom preventative maintenance, etc. Ensuring all aspects of the hotel are strongly maintained in accordance with Hilton Brand Standards. Completing any miscellaneous projects assigned by the General Manager. This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time. Required Skills & Abilities Strong verbal and written skills. Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities. Significant experience with all maintenance. Good mechanical trouble-shooting and analytical skills. General handyman skills. Great attitude and maturity to work with limited supervision. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities are required. Required Education & Experience Education –High school diploma required. Professional tradesman certification in at least one discipline: electrician, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, carpentry. Experience – Five years experience in related field preferred. Two years experience as a head or Assistant Chief Engineer in same or similar environment. Excellent Benefits & Compensation! All Applicants must apply online at HarmonyHospitality.com This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

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